• | SA91100C Tie Rod Separator |
• | SA91112T Axle Seal Protector |
• | SA91113T Axle Seal Installer |
• | SA9132S Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Separator |
• | SA9133T Axle Seal Puller |
Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in the Preface section.
Notice: On ABS equipped vehicles, the outer CV joint has a speed sensor ring. Using the incorrect tool or procedure to separate the control arm from the knuckle can damage the ring, resulting in a loss of ABS operation.
Notice: Do not attempt to separate the joint using a wedge-type tool because seal may be damaged.
7.1. | Remove the cotter pin and discard. |
7.2. | Remove the nut. |
7.3. | Separate the tie rod end from the knuckle using the SA91100C . |
Notice: Be careful not to damage axle deflector ring.
Notice: Prior to using Axle Seal Installer SA9113T inspect tool for any nicks or burrs that may damage seal lip.
Notice: Use caution not to damage seal while installing axle into transaxle.
Notice: Take care not to damage rubber boot when installing ball joint to knuckle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Important: Align the slot in the nut to the cotter pin hole.
Tighten
Tighten the front lower control arm ball stud-to-steering knuckle nut to 75 N·m
(55 lb ft).
Important: If necessary, after tightening , tighten the nut additionally to align the slot in the nut with the cotter pin hole in the ball joint, and install a new cotter pin, and bend.
Tighten
Tighten the tie rod-to-steering knuckle nut to 25 N·m (19 lb ft)
+ 134°.
Notice: Before installing wheels, remove rust or corrosion from wheel mounting surfaces and brake rotors/drums. Failure to do so can cause wheel nuts to loosen in service.
Tighten
Tighten the wheel lug nuts in a crisscross patter to 140 N·m (103 lb ft).
Important: Clean and lubricate the fastener with Saturn Transaxle Fluid. Wipe off excess fluid and install.
Tighten
Tighten the Transaxle drain plug to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
Fill
Saturn Transaxle Fluid 2.5 L (2.6 qt)